KIPUNGANI SCHOOL TRUST
The Kipungani Shools Trust builds primary schools along the coast of Kenya. Established in 2000 it has now completed 18 schools & 2 Polytechnics. More than 12,500 primary school places have been provided and upwards of 100 children are currently being sponsored at secondary school. The KST raises funds in the UK at no cost & they are effectively spent in Kenya.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £136,294.65 at the end of the financial year, significantly exceeding its stated minimum reserve policy of £5,000. The charity reported total income of £36,237.33 and expenditure of £21,562.70 for the period, resulting in a surplus and confirming adequate resources for ongoing commitments.
What the accounts disclose
“The Kilroot Foundation gave another £32,000.” — page 12
“The KST spends none of its donations on administration or fundraising.”
“The Charity maintains a minimum reserve of £5,000.” — page 18
Trustees
- John Christopher Seagrimchair
- Georgina Gay Hood
- Ned Seagrim
- Ochre Georgina Seagrim
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £36k | £22k |
| 30/06/2024 | £46k | £31k |
| 30/06/2023 | £16k | £23k |
| 30/06/2022 | £36k | £34k |
| 30/06/2021 | £55k | £34k |
Common questions
Is KIPUNGANI SCHOOL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £136,294.65 at the end of the financial year, significantly exceeding its stated minimum reserve policy of £5,000. The charity reported total income of £36,237.33 and expenditure of £21,562.70 for the period, resulting in a surplus and confirming adequate resources for ongoing commitments. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.